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Abolishing Private Prisons Is a Start, But It Will Not End Mass Incarceration
Private prisons are a symptom, not the cause of mass incarceration.
History Will Judge Republicans for Protecting an Impeached President
Never has a U.S. president so clearly merited impeachment and removal from office.
How War Targets the Young
At home or abroad, the “war on terror” has also been a war on youth and education.
Democrats Are Shifting on Foreign Policy – But Not Far Enough to End War
Though their rhetoric has shifted left, many Democrats do not wish to disrupt the tradition of U.S. global leadership.
Impeaching Trump Is Worth It, Even With the Senate Poised to Acquit
I’m 100 percent behind impeachment, even though I’ve lost the capacity for joy.
The Real Shadow Policy of the Trump Administration Is Racist Extremism
Trump’s racist policies have harmed millions and threaten even more insidious shifts in the future.
The Stubborn Persistence of the Military-Industrial State
After 40 years, the Pentagon budget is still rising.
Impeachment Could Prevent Trump From Attempting Election Fraud in 2020
Anyone who thinks Trump plans to have a fair race against the Democratic nominee hasn't been paying attention.
Six Ways for Election Officials to Prepare for High Voter Turnout in 2020
From early voting to streamlined registration, there are clear steps that will help shorten lines on Election Day.
“Ag-Gag” Laws Expose Whistleblowers to Prosecution for Reporting Animal Abuse
Those who expose animal abuse face criminal prosecution in several states because of these laws.